US Bridges

Ky 1392 over Camp Branch

Fair

Spencer County, Kentucky · 0.1 MI S of Ky 55 · Structure no. 108B00019N

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
295
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 1392 over Camp Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ky 1392 over Camp Branch in Spencer County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 295 vehicles a day, projected to reach 295 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 1392
CrossesCamp Branch
Location0.1 MI S of Ky 55
RouteState Highway 1392
CountySpencer County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.98056, -85.32194
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic295 (2021)
Projected traffic295 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 1392 over Camp Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 1392 over Camp Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Ky 1392 over Camp Branch carry?

About 295 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ky 1392 over Camp Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ky 1392 over Camp Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.